1962 Jaguar MK II vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1962 Jaguar MK II.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jaguar MK II | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | MK II | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
